Patronal Feast of Saint Zeno of Cerea
Cerea celebrates its patron saint, Saint Zeno, eighth bishop of Verona, on April 12th
About Feast of Saint Zeno
Saint Zeno, Patron of Cerea
The Patronal Feast of Saint Zeno is celebrated in Cerea, in the province of Verona, in the Bassa Veronese region. The patron saint is Saint Zeno (Zenone) of Verona, the eighth bishop of the Scaliger city, born in Mauretania around 300 AD and died in Verona on April 12th, 371 AD. Revered for his profound faith, charitable works, and service to the poor, he is one of the most beloved figures in Veronese religious devotion.
The Churches of Saint Zeno in Cerea
In Cerea, the connection with the saint is particularly strong: two churches are dedicated to him, the ancient Romanesque church of San Zeno and the parish church of San Zeno in Santa Maria Assunta. The patronal feast, set for April 12th (the date of the saint's death), renews the devotion of the Cerea community each year.
Liturgical Feast and Tradition
The occasion combines liturgical celebrations with popular devotion. In the diocese of Verona, Saint Zeno is also remembered on May 21st, in memory of the translation of his relics in 807 AD. The feast of Cerea preserves this legacy of faith, an integral part of the historical and religious identity of the Veronese territory.
Feast of Saint Zeno — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of the patronal feast falls on April 12th, the traditional date dedicated to Saint Zeno of Verona, patron saint of Cerea. The liturgical celebrations will take place in the parish church of San Zeno in Santa Maria Assunta. The detailed program will be announced by the parish closer to the date.
Programme Feast of Saint Zeno 2026
The detailed program will be published by the parish of San Zeno in Santa Maria Assunta. The patronal feast focuses on the liturgical celebrations in honor of Saint Zeno of Verona, patron saint of Cerea, on April 12th, accompanied by popular devotion.
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How to get there
Cerea is located in the Bassa Veronese region. By car: A4 exit Soave-San Bonifacio or A22 exit Nogarole Rocca, then head towards Cerea. Cerea train station on the Verona–Rovigo line.
When
The patronal feast is celebrated on April 12th, with services held in the parish church of San Zeno in Santa Maria Assunta.
Organizers
Parish of San Zeno in Santa Maria Assunta of Cerea.
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Where does it take place — Feast of Saint Zeno
Chiesa di San Zeno in Santa Maria Assunta
Piazza San Zeno, 37053 Cerea